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Thief River Falls council adopts preliminary 2026 budget, posts proposed 21.8% levy increase for public notice
Summary
The City Council approved a preliminary 2026 budget and adopted a proposed levy for public notice that staff said represents a ~21.82% increase in levy capacity and an estimated ~9.81% increase in the tax rate; councilmembers emphasized the figures are preliminary and may be reduced before final adoption.
The Thief River Falls City Council on Monday adopted a preliminary 2026 city budget and approved a proposed property tax levy for public notice, actions city staff said are necessary to meet publishing and county-auditor deadlines.
City Administrator Angie presented the proposed budget and fund-level details, saying total city revenues across funds are $41,409,820 and total expenses are $42,131,021, for a fund-balance draw (reserve use) of $721,201. She also walked the council through individual funds, including electric, water, wastewater,…
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